First snow blankets Hongshan in N China's Inner Mongolia

Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2026, shows the first snowfall of the season at Hongshan in the eastern suburbs of Hongshan District, Chifeng City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Following the snowfall, a thin layer of snow covers the reddish-brown rock formations, creating a striking contrast between red rocks and white snow and highlighting the unique beauty where natural landscapes meet ancient civilization. (Li Fu/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2026, shows the first snowfall of the season at Hongshan in the eastern suburbs of Hongshan District, Chifeng City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. (Li Fu/Guangming Picture)